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Description
The 2022 Savage Never Been Asked To Dance Chenin Blanc is a stellar example of South African Chenin crafted by the talented Duncan Savage.
The grapes come from a 68-year-old dry-farmed bush vine vineyard in Paarl, planted on decomposed granite soils that impart a unique minerality to the wine. This vineyard is a true labor of love, with baboons and birds often sharing in the bounty.
Duncan uses whole bunch pressing and oxidative juice handling, followed by natural fermentation and 100% malolactic fermentation. The wine then ages for 10 months in older 600-liter Stockinger barrels, focusing on purity of terroir and varietal typicity.
In the glass, this Chenin Blanc reveals layers of complex aromas: crushed granite, struck flint, wet stones, and hints of white peach and herbs. On the palate, it’s lean and energetic, with fresh acidity framing rich textures of yellow orchard fruits, pineapple pastille, and a touch of toasted almonds. The saline core and vibrant finish showcase the wine’s natural freshness and minerality.
Great to drink now or let it age gracefully for over a decade, gaining even more complexity and depth with time. A monumental old vine Stellenbosch Chenin Blanc from winemaking master Duncan Savage.
96 points
"Chenin Blanc from a Paarl vineyard planted in 1956. Fermented and matured in older 600-litre Stockinger barrels. The nose shows lime and white peach with fresh herbs and floral perfume in the background. The palate is lean and energetic – pure fruit and zippy acidity before a pithy finish. Tightly wound, long and dry."
- Christian Eedes (Wine Magazine South Africa)
| Price Bracket | $51 to $100 |
| Type | White |
| Body | Full Bodied |
| Variety | Chenin Blanc |
| Country | South Africa |
| Region | Stellenbosch |
| Feature |
High Score |
| Critic Score |
96 |
| Alcohol | 14% |
| Size | 750ml |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Closure | Cork |
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